During short, maximum efforts , lasting only a few seconds, our major sources of energy are the high-energy phosphates in the muscles: adenosine triphosphate (ATP) and phosphocreatine. Muscles only have a limited amount of ATP, merely enough to sustain an intensive effort of 2 seconds. After that the muscle will break down phosphocreatine into creatine and ATP to keep up the effort. The amount of phosphocreatine present in human muscles is enough to sustain a one off moderate effort during about 15 seconds.

Creatine is a substance which occurs naturally in the body and is mainly produced in the liver. In addition, omnivore individuals also absorb 1g of creatine per day from eating meat and fish.

It has been demonstrated that muscle creatine can be increased by about 20% in both untrained and well-trained individuals by means of chronic creatine supplementation. By increasing the amount of phosphocreatine in the muscles, the muscles will have more fuel to enhance the performance during short intensive exercise.The Creatine 3000 supplement also contains glutamine and taurine – two key amino acids.

Creapure® is the best and purest form of creatine monohydrate on the market. It is also the most studied form of creatine and studies show that it is safe and effective.

Who can benefit from Creatine?

It has been demonstrated that creatine can be performance-enhancing for:

• repeated sprints or intensive exercise (< 30s) with short breaks (< 1min), during which the ATP-CP system is active (e.g. sprint, swimming, basketball, football, tennis, cycling,  rugby, etc.);
• in combination with strength training for an increase of muscle strength and muscle mass. Athletes can perform more repetitions per series and recover faster in between series

Nutritional information

*Reference-intake

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ETIXX HMB 1000 – 60 Caps

HMB or hydroxymethylbutyrate is a degradation product of the essential amino acid leucine and is produced in the human body. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, which in turn are the building blocks of a muscle. HMB can also be extracted from our food (e.g. citrus fruits, avocado, cauliflower, catfish). In order to reach a dose of 3 g HMB per day you should consume 600 g of high-quality protein.

HMB supplementation has been shown to reduce muscle protein breakdown (anti-catabolic effect) and support muscle mass building (anabolic effect). In addition, it will ensure less muscle damage and a faster muscle recovery after high-intensity efforts.
Who can benefit from taking Etixx HMB 1000?

HMB is particularly beneficial in situations where a lot of muscle damage is caused. This could be the case:

• during strength training (explosive athletes such as sprinters, throwers, jumpers; weight lifters; body builders, etc.) and during resistance training (medium-distance runners, team andracket athletes)
• at the start of the preparation period, when training intensity significantly increases
• for untrained athletes, who are generally more susceptible to muscle damage than well-trained athletes

HMB can also be good for injured athletes as it can help to reduce muscle degradation and can also help athletes on a low calorie diet to maintain muscle mass.

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The amount of available carbohydrates is a performance-determining factor for endurance sports and high-intensity intermittent exercise (alternating exercise and short breaks). That is why it is important to consume carbohydrates during this type of exercise. They make sure that the blood glucose level is maintained during the training and complement the muscle glycogen (stored sugar in the muscle).

The Etixx Sport Gummies are sport sweets and provide 33g carbohydrates per bag. They contain fast sugars required for the quick replenishment of energy reserves.

If no carbohydrates would be taken during long-term efforts, muscle glycogen stores would be depleted after ~90min. How many carbohydrates should I take during exercise?

• Exercises < 1h(15): not necessary to consume carbohydrates during exercise .
• Exercises 1-2h: 30g carbohydrates per hour (1 sachet Etixx Sport Gummies)
• Exercises 2-3h: 60g carbohydrates per hour
• Exercises >2.5-3h:   up to 90g carbohydrates per hour exercise.

Who can benefit from using Etixx Sport Gummies 

The Etixx Sport Gummies can provide benefits to any athlete that needs carbohydrates to maintain performance. They provide long lasting energy supply due to the carbohydrates they include. They contain complex carbohydrates which are broken down and digested slower and therefore energy is released over a longer period of time. They can be easily digested and are therefore ideal for consumption during endurance events such as marathons, triathlons or cycling sportives. They can also be useful for team sport athletes looking to take on some carbohydratewhen they get a break (i.e. football- at half time).

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The amount of carbohydrates that are available for energy is a key factor determining performance in endurance and high-intensity intermittent exercise. Therefore, during exercise where carbohydrates are depleted, it is important that you take on additional fuel to maintain performance and avoid fatigue. This ensures that blood glucose level is maintained during exercise and restores muscle glycogen.

The Etixx Energy Sport Bar contains approx. 29 g of carbohydrates and is suitable for both before and during exercise. It can be used before exercise as part of a carbo-loading strategy to ensure that muscle glycogen stores are maximised prior to an event. Athletes preparing for prolonged, strenuous competition should aim to eat a diet rich in carbohydrates in the days prior to their event and the Etixx Energy Sport Bar is a great snack to include in this.

During events where there is significant depletion of muscle glycogen, carbohydrates need to be consumed to sustain performance and minimize fatigue. Carbohydrate stores are depleted after approx. 90 minutes of exercise.

How much carbohydrate should i aim for?

• Exercises <1h:not necessary to consume carbohydrates during exercise
• Exercises 1-2h: 30g carbohydrates per hour exercise. (~1 energy bar)
• Exercises 2-3h: 60g carbohydrates per hour exercise. (~2 energy bars)
• Exercises >2.5-3h: up to 90g carbohydrates per hour exercise.(~up to 3 energy bars)

Not only are the Etixx Energy Sport Bars a great source of energy in the form of carbohydrates, but they are also very easy to digest thanks to the low fat and fibre content.

Etixx Energy Sport Bars also contain added magnesium which supports energy production and muscle function.

Who can benefit from using Etixx Energy Sport Bar

The Etixx Energy Sport Bar can provide benefits to any athlete that needs carbohydrates to maintain performance. They provide long lasting energy supply due to the carbohydrates they include. They contain complex carbohydrates which are broken down and digested slower and therefore energy is released over a longer period of time. They can be easily digested and are therefore ideal for consumption during endurance events such as marathons, triathlons or cycling sport. They can also be useful for team sport athletes looking to take on some carbohydrate when they get a break (i.e. football- at half time). Furthermore, the Etixx Energy Sport Bar is great for any athlete looking to increase carbohydrate in their everyday diet and can also be a great way of topping up carbohydrate stores on days when athletes have training for multiple hours on end.

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Arginine is a semi-essential amino acid; in other words, under normal circumstances, humans produce arginine themselves. It can become essential under certain circumstances, meaning that it must then be taken through the diet.

Arginine has many different functions in our body. Arginine is the precursor of the vasodilator nitric oxide or NO. This means that the body produces nitrogen from the amino acid arginine. Nitrogen production stimulates the blood supply. With blood vessels that are wider, there is a better blood and therefore oxygen supply to the active muscles. L-arginine increases aerobic capacity.

Etixx Arginine 1000 also contains iron that supports normal oxygen transport in the body and contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
Who can benefit from taking Etixx Arginine 1000?

Etixx Arginine 1000 may be of particular benefit to endurance athletes (runners, cyclists, triathletes).

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Etixx High Protein Shake Vanilla 1000G

Protein is an essential nutrient needed in the everyday diet and can be found in food such as meat, fish, eggs, milk and nuts. It plays a role in the maintenance of muscle mass as well as contributing to the growth of muscle mass. Athletes in particular have an increased need for dietary protein and the recommended protein intake for athletes is 1.2-1.7 g per kg of body weight per day. This protein intake should be consumed in meals spread out throughout the day.

Physical exercise, and in particular power training, results in an increase in protein breakdown and protein synthesis. To reduce protein breakdown from occurring in the aftermath of exercise, it is important that you consume enough protein to stimulate muscle protein synthesis as this is the foundation for muscle growth. Research has shown that consuming 20 g of protein following a workout is enough to maintain, restore and build up muscle mass. Next to this it is also recommended to spread protein-rich snacks throughout the day.

Whey protein is one of the most complete proteins and contains all the essential amino acids, in higher concentrations compared to plant-based proteins. It is digested and absorbed quickly and has a high leucine content, which is the most important trigger for muscle building.

The Etixx High Protein Shake  can be consumed after exercise to stimulate muscle protein synthesis and contribute to muscle growth.

Who can benefit from the Etixx High Protein Shake?

The Etixx High Protein Shake is low in carbohydrate and therefore it is suitable for any athlete who is engaging in strength, power or explosive exercise. The Etixx High Protein Shake can be used in combination with protein-rich meals. The low carbohydrate content makes this shake good for those on a low carbohydrate or weight control program.

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Etixx Caffeine Energy Shot Green Apple 9*25ml

Caffeine is a natural substance, a stimulant, found in leaves, seeds, beans and fruits from a number of plants. The main sources of caffeine in our diet are tea, coffee, chocolate and cola.

Caffeine is also a popular performance-enhancing supplement, with a lot of scientific research behind it. In 2004, caffeine was removed from the WADA doping list.

Caffeine intake provides better focus, stimulates alertness and concentration, leads to a shorter reaction time and a reduced feeling of tiredness and pain. The recommended dosage of caffeine ranges from 1-6mg/kg body weight (BW). However, for caffeine, “the more the better” does not apply. Positive effects are already found from a dose of 1-3 mg/kg BW. The advantage of lower doses is that the use is not accompanied by the known side effects of caffeine such as palpitations, disturbance of fine motor skills, anxiety, shaking and trembling, restlessness, nervousness, dizziness and insomnia.

Etixx Caffeine Energy Shot contains caffeine (80 mg per shot) that helps to increase concentration, focus and alertness. It provides a mental as well as physical energy boost before and during exercise.

For who Etixx Caffeine Energy Shot can be useful?

• All types of efforts: endurance efforts >60min, high intensity efforts 1-60 min, interval efforts, team sports, stop-and-go sports, precision efforts, short all-out efforts, efforts where reaction time is important
• Athletes who want to maintain focus before/during the race
• Athletes who need an energy boost before/during the effort

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Etixx Caffeine Sport Gummies Citrus 12*30g

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Caffeine is a natural substance, a stimulant, found in leaves, seeds, beans and fruits from a number of plants. The main sources of caffeine in our diet are tea, coffee, chocolate and cola.

Caffeine is also a popular performance-enhancing supplement, with a lot of scientific research behind it.  In 2004, caffeine was removed from the WADA doping list.

Caffeine intake provides better focus, stimulates alertness and concentration, leads to a shorter reaction time and a reduced feeling of tiredness and pain. The recommended dosage of caffeine ranges from 1-6mg/kg body weight (BW). However, for caffeine, “the more the better” does not apply. Positive effects are already found from a dose of 1-3 mg/kg BW. The advantage of lower doses is that the use is not accompanied by the known side effects of caffeine such as palpitations, disturbance of fine motor skills, anxiety, shaking and trembling, restlessness, nervousness, dizziness and insomnia.

Etixx Caffeine Sport Gummies contains caffeine (80 mg per sachet) that helps to increase concentration, focus and alertness. It provides a mental as well as physical energy boost before and during exercise.

The carbohydrates (23 g per sachet) in the Caffeine Sport Gummies contribute to maintaining the energy levels during exercise. Carbohydrates are the main source of energy during exercise and the amount of available carbohydrates is a determining factor.  The carbohydrate reserves in our body are limited. That is why it is important that carbohydrates are ingested during efforts >60min.

For who Etixx Caffeine Sport Gummies can be useful?

• All types of efforts: endurance efforts >60min, high intensity efforts 1-60 min, interval efforts, team sports, stop-and-go sports, precision efforts, short all-out efforts, efforts where reaction time is important
• Athletes who want to maintain focus before/during the race
• Athletes who need an energy boost before/during the effort

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